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MARCH 2022
2203 EM

EXAMINATION OF MARINE ENGINEER OFFICER

Function: Marine Engineering Management at Management Level
ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT
M.E.O CLASS – I
TIME ALLOWED - 3 HOURS
Total Marks – 100
(India 2022)

NB:
1. Answer SIX questions only.
2. All questions carry equal marks.
3. Neatness in handwriting and clarity in expression carries weightage
4. Blank pages if any, to be struck by (X) at the end of each question.

Q1. A) Explain the significance of propeller curves. Enumerate the safety margins in relation to the
propeller operations.
B) Using typical engine power versus engine speed diagram and propeller demand curves, discuss the
relation between the maximum rated output of the propulsion plant and the power for which the
propeller is designed.
2022/MAR/Q1

Q2. Periodical Lubricating Oil Analysis, its correct interpretation and corrective measures are of critical
significance for the maintenance of marine machineries. With reference to the modern analysis
techniques employed for the condition of L.O, discuss the following:
A). Elemental (Spectrometric) Analysis
B). Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectroscopy
C). Particle Count
D). Base Number Vs Acid Number
2016/FEB 2016/SEP 2017/JAN 2017/FEB 2017/DEC 2021/JUL/Q1 2021/AUG/Q2 2022/MAR/Q2

Q3. (a) List out the differences in the ME engine, as compared to conventional MC engine?
(b) What is the purpose of the HPS system? What is meant by the HCU- which components are included
in this?
(c) Briefly explain ELFI/FIVA valve function.
(d) Describe the differences in the working of the fuel pumps (Called Fuel Pressure Boosters) in ME
engines, as compared to fuel pumps of conventional engines.
2022/MAR/Q3

Q4. (a) The STCW 95 convention was amended in manila on 25th June 2010. What major changes and
amendments were made for the engine department?
(b). Illustrate the salient factors for "Onboard Training" and standard of competence as laid but in the
existing chapter III of the STCW 95 and the amended chapter III of STCW (Manila amendments).
Underline the specific roles a chief engineer needs to perform towards satisfactory training of engine

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room personnel under the existing and new regulation. What will be the criteria for evaluating
competence for onboard training by a chief engineer?
2012/SR07 2015/SR11 2021/JUL/Q2 2021/SEP/Q9 2022/MAR/Q4

Q5. (A). Explain Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) with relevant examples.
(B). Construct the Fault tree for “Engine Starting Failure” i.e., the engine speed goes down and finally
stops.
2016/AUG 2017/APR 2017/JUN 2021/APR/Q7 2022/MAR/Q5

Q6. A. What are P&I clubs? Describe how P&I clubs collect fund from ship-owners;
B. What are the risks that are covered under the term “protection” and “indemnity?”
2010/JUN 2010/JUL 2010/FEB 2011/APR 2011/APR 2012/JUN 2014/OCT
2016/APR 2018/APR 2018/JUL 2019/JUN 2021/APR/Q5 2021/JUL/Q5 2021/AUG/Q5
2021/DEC/Q9 2022/MAR/Q6

Q7. Elaborate the influence of a charter on operation of propulsion and other ship board machineries
during a voyage. After taking over ship as Chief Engineer you have been informed that ship is on time
charter and has a history of unforeseen auxiliary machinery breakdown at sea. State the different
options you have and actions you would take as Chief Engineer prior to the commencement of voyage.
2010/JUL 2011/SEP 2011/AUG 2011/OCT 2012/JUL 2012/OCT 2012/DEC
2015/JAN 2016/JAN 2016/JUL 2018/JAN 2018/MAR 2018/AUG 2018/NOV
2020/DEC/Q2 2021/JULY/Q7 2021/JULY/Q6(M) 2021/AUG/Q8 2022/JAN/Q1 2022/MAR/Q7

Q8. (a) The advent of multimodal transportation has entirely changed the legal obligations of the carrier.
Enumerate these in light of existing national/ international rules.
(b) Multimodal operator takes the responsibility of carrying the container from door to door by different
modes of transportation. Briefly explain the responsibilities and liabilities of the multimodal transport
operator under the UNCTAD-ICC Rules.
2021/DEC/Q6 2022/MAR/Q8

Q9. With specific to reference to any make, sketch and describe the Cylinder Lubricating System used in
new generation marine diesel engines. How will you effect the optimum cylinder oil feed with varying
sulphur content of fuel oil.
2015/FEB 2015/NOV 2016/AUG 2017/SEP 2022/MAR/Q9

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